We Can't All Be Right:
Psychological and Social Implications
of Intellectual Humility

Differences in intellectual humility have implications for the degree to which people are attuned to the quality of persuasive arguments, derogate those who disagree with them, react to people who change opinions, and behave in ways that promote satisfying close relationships. This address will describe a program of research on intellectual humility, examine the impact of intellectual humility on people’s well-being, and discuss its relevance for ideological divisions in society.

Psi Chi SymposiumStart Strong: MPA Conference Orientation8:15–9:00 a.m., Salon 2How do you get the most out of a professional conference? This session provides tips on maximizing your conference experience including key sessions to take in, staying alert and healthy, and social networking.

Psi Chi Poster Session I8:00–8:40 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall

Psi Chi Poster Session II8:50–9:30a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall

Psi Chi SymposiumApplying to Graduate School in Psychology9:10–9:50a.m., Salon 2Interested in applying to graduate school in psychology? This session will review common application materials and training options available in psychology. In addition, tips to maximize success in your applications will be discussed.

Psi Chi Poster Session III9:40–10:20 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall

Psi Chi SymposiumSpeed Mentoring10:30–11:20 a.m., Salon 2What can you do with a degree in psychology? What options are available for graduate school in psychology, and what do different types of psychologists do? What are the differences between clinical, counseling, and school psychologists? Faculty from different disciplines in psychology will be on hand to answer your questions about the different areas of psychology and career opportunities, and will provide one-on-one advice for psychology majors.

Psi Chi SymposiumEverything You Wanted to Know About the GRE (and How to Do Your BEST at It)2:05–3:00 p.m.,Salon 2Many students fear the GRE and many do not do well on it. What is the best way to study for it? What is the GRE (and GRE-psychology subject test) comprised of? The session presented by a representative of the group that created and administers the GRE will provide detailed information on the GRE including best ways to prepare. Make sure to be there for the great handout.

Psi Chi Awards and Reception3:30–5:00p.m., CrystalAll Psi Chi students and faculty advisors are invited to come and enjoy some refreshments and to recognize the achievements of our student researchers. Awards will be presented at 4:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018

Psi Chi SymposiumData Blitz Session II8:10–9:05a.m., Salon 2

Psi Chi Poster Session VII8:30–9:10 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall

Success as a Graduate Researcher: Learn From MPA Graduate Student Research Award Winners9:10–10:05 a.m., Room TBDJoin this panel of 2018 Midwestern Psychological Association Graduate Student Research Award winners to learn more about how to be a successful researcher. This is an excellent opportunity to ask these successful graduate student researchers about how research differs in graduate school and how to be successful.

Conversation Hour With Dr. Leary11:30 a.m.–12:30p.m., Red Lacquer RoomAll students are invited to join a conversation hour with Dr. Leary immediately after his talk.

Psi Chi SymposiumSo You Want to Be a Graduate Student? An Inside Look at Life as a Grad Student 12:45–1:45 p.m., Salon 2When students first arrive at their graduate programs, culture shock can set in as the expectations and norms of learning are often different from the experiences in an undergraduate program. In this session, current graduate students from master’s and doctoral programs will be available to answer your questions to help you make the leap from undergraduate to graduate school.

Psi Chi SymposiumPsi Chi Leadership: How to Increase Chapter Effectiveness2:00–2:50p.m., Salon 2 This interactive panel discussion will focus on different ways to increase the effectiveness of your Psi Chi chapter. We will discuss different ways to recruit new members, recruit new officers, invite speakers, get involved in research projects, and engage in fund-raising and service projects. In addition, we will discuss ideas for increasing cross-chapter collaboration on research and service projects.